{"product_id":"assemblage-art-briny-shrines-from-the-deep-with-michael-de-meng-64cb","title":"Assemblage Art: Briny Shrines from the Deep with Michael deMeng","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAssemblage Art: Briny Shrines from the Deep with Michael deMeng\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSaturday, Sept. 5, Sunday, Sept. 6 \u0026amp; Monday, Sept. 7  |  9am - 5pm (3 sessions)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e$400+GST\/Person\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eages 18+\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSome supplies included, see description for what items to bring\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis workshop is possible with the generous support of \u003cstrong\u003eLotteries Yukon\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eYukon Art Society Members receive 10% off all workshops. Enter your member code at checkout to automatically receive the discount. Please note that we are unable to offer refunds for discounts that were not applied at checkout. If you are having trouble locating the member code, contact programs@artsunderground.ca.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note that we are unable to offer refunds on workshops and programming unless there is a medical emergency.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Briny Shrines from the Deep, participants will create assemblage shrines inspired by sea myths, shipwreck relics, and underwater oddities. Using paint, clay, and found objects, students will transform everyday materials into weathered, timeworn reliquaries worthy of Poseidon’s own curio shelf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMichael deMeng is an assemblage artist based in Vancouver. To see some examples of Michael's work, you can check out his website \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.michaeldemeng.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ehere.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWorkshop Supply List:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBase for your shrine – \u003c\/strong\u003eChoose something sturdy with character. Good options include an old clock case, wooden box, cigar box, plaque, jewelry case, tin, cutting board, or a piece of driftwood. You might also stumble on something wonderfully odd at a secondhand store—an old picture frame, lamp base, or kitchen utensil holder can make a great start.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eToys or figurines –\u003c\/strong\u003e Pick characters that fit your theme. For human figures, action figures or wedding cake toppers work great. For aquatic or hybrid creatures (like mermaids), look for fish, octopi, crabs, or other sea life. Check thrift shops, toy stores, or aquarium supply shops.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCheesecloth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePopsicle sticks – \u003c\/strong\u003e5 to 10 will do.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFound objects –\u003c\/strong\u003e Bring a mix of interesting bits and textures: watch parts, gears, jewelry pieces, shells, bones, trinkets, typewriter parts—anything that feels like it might’ve washed ashore from a mysterious wreck or fallen from a forgotten ship.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePaint brushes –\u003c\/strong\u003e A couple of small detail brushes plus a few inexpensive bristle brushes (½ inch to 1 inch wide).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOptional Tools (if you have them)\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeat gun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePersonal Dremel with bits (cut-off wheel, engraving tip)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall drill\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes about this workshop:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen you sign up for this workshop, please note that your email will be added to a class-specific newsletter, which we will only use to contact you regarding this workshop. You can unsubscribe yourself from the newsletter at any time. Emails are sent via Mailchimp. Please make sure to whitelist Mailchimp so you don't miss any information!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you are purchasing this workshop for someone else, please enter their name in the note section of the transaction so we can ensure the attendance list is correct.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Arts Underground","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42633165799486,"sku":"ws-michaeldemeng-assemblage","price":400.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0096\/1924\/3070\/files\/Shopify_MichaeldeMeng.jpg?v=1774466679","url":"https:\/\/arts-underground.myshopify.com\/products\/assemblage-art-briny-shrines-from-the-deep-with-michael-de-meng-64cb","provider":"Arts Underground","version":"1.0","type":"link"}